Overview:
GovCIO is currently hiring for a network engineer to support our client’s contract needs. This position, located in Washington DC is onsite only.
Responsibilities:
- This role requires an experienced professional with a strong background in network engineering, proactive troubleshooting, and secure architecture support in high-demand, regulated environments.
- Maintain, manage, and support enterprise network infrastructure including LAN, WAN, and regional offices.
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Monitor and troubleshoot network issues to ensure high availability and optimal performance.
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Create, maintain and update network documentation, diagrams, and configurations.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support network requirements for projects and new deployments.
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Participate in capacity planning, network performance tuning, and root cause analysis.
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Maintain secure network access protocols and firewall configurations.
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Provide escalation support for complex network issues and coordinate with vendors (e.g., Cisco TAC) as needed.
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Stay current with industry best practices, emerging technologies, and security standards
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Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field with 5 - 8 years (or commensurate experience)
Required Skills and Experience
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5 years of experience supporting enterprise networks infrastructure.
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Deep understanding of TCP/IP, VLANs, routing protocols (EIGRP, OSPF, BGP), NAT, ACLs, and VPNs.
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Strong knowledge of IP routing, switching, subnetting, VLANs, and ACLs.
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Hands-on experience with Cisco routers, switches, firewalls.
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Knowledge of network monitoring tools such as SolarWinds and troubleshooting methodologies.
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Solid understanding of network security principles and firewall management.
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Ability to work independently and communicate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Experience configuring and troubleshooting site-to-site and remote-access VPNs.
Possess a current active certification in at least one of the following disciplines:
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CompTIA Network+, Cisco CCNA, CCDA, CCNP, or CCDP
Clearance Required: Must be able to acquire and maintain CFTC Public Trust
Preferred Skills and Experience
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Experience with Cisco Nexus series switches, ASA’s Firepower Threat Defense (FTD) and Firepower Management Center (FMC).
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Experience with Cisco VPN and VPN Profiles
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Familiarity with high availability (HA) and disaster recovery (DR) design.
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Exposure to cloud networking (Azure, AWS) and SD-WAN technologies.
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Experience with ITSM tools such as Service Now, FootPrints, and other ITSM tools
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Experience with NMS tools such as SolarWinds, ForeScout, Gigamon
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Knowledge of Visio, Scripting or automation experience is a plus.
Posted Salary Range: USD $100,000.00 - USD $110,000.00 /Yr.
